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Algeria won the Africa Cup of Nations after beating Senegal 1-0 in the final in Egypt.
The strike of Baghdad Bounedjah after just 79 seconds – the fastest goal in the history of the competition – sealed the victory of the Desert Foxes.
Senegal was sentenced to a VAR penalty, which only added to the sneaky atmosphere and stifling conditions of the Cairo international stadium.
But a solid defense from Algeria has allowed them to maintain their narrow lead and win a first title in the CAN for 29 years.
Unlike many other finals, both teams entered the match after already playing in the group stage. Algeria emerged victorious from the 1-0 victory.
Since it was the opening game of the group, this did not seem to be a psychological benefit. Instead, Algeria would find a huge slice of good fortune after only 79 seconds.
Ismael Bennacer takes possession of the ball on the left flank and sends Bounedjah close to the goal. The attacker still had a lot to do, but found a space of 20 meters and decided to shoot.
Despite Salif Sane's efforts to block the shot, it took a devastating deflection before Senegal's goalkeeper, Alfred Gomis, pbaded through the net.
The goal sparked crazy celebrations on the Algerian bench as the whole team rushed to the sidelines. Had they celebrated too much too soon?
Senegal started to find its mark in the match as Mbaye Niang approached with a fierce 20-meter shot that cleared the crossbar a few inches.
Sadio Mane was fortunate not to see the red after seeming to throw an elbow into Sofiane Feghouli's chest before a corner was about to be caught.
The referee, perhaps unobserved, let the game continue without the intervention of the VAR.
After the break, Senegal was thirsty for equalization and had almost realized its wish. Ismaila Sarr pierced the center on the right and pierced a center that hit the arm of Adlene Guediora. The referee is quickly directed to the place.
But after a long delay, Cameroonian leader Alioum Alioum consulted the TV screen and canceled the decision with the help of the VAR.
Since Gediora's arm was at his side, it seemed like the right decision.
Senegal continued to advance, with Niang missing a golden opportunity after skirting the goalkeeper before firing into the net.
But Algeria held up well despite being stuck on the edge of its zone as it won a famous victory in Cairo.
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We'll leave you tonight with this picture.
Algeria: CAN 2019 champions!
After a very long wait for the presentation, Riyad Mahrez holds the trophy in the air with his Algerian teammates.
A memorable night for him.
Algeria's Ismael Bennacer was named tournament player.
The 21-year-old helped the winning goal in the final and generally excelled in the midfield, playing every game.
Arsenal fans may remember Bennacer after two years at the club before leaving for Empoli in 2017.
Celebrations are going well! Wow!
The Algerian team meets for a field prayer after the final whistle.
An incredibly powerful image.
What a year it was for Riyad Mahrez …
1 x Premier League
1 x cup of the league
1 x FA Cup
1 x AFCON
Devastation for Senegal. They just did not have luck on their side tonight.
FULL TIME
FULL TIME | Senegal 0-1 Algeria
ALGERIA WINS THE AFRICAN NATIONS CUP!
The entire Algerian team sprinted the entire length of the field as it won its first CAN title in 29 years!
They were forced to defend themselves for most of the match and Senegal gave it all, but Bounedjah's deflected shot is enough to win.
Cage and bad mood, but Algeria does not care! They will celebrate this one for a while as you imagine.
YELLOW CARD
90 + 2 minutes: Yellow cards for Mandi and Guediora in the last moments while Senegal wants a leveler last breath.
90 minutes: Algeria will have four minutes of overtime.
They are desperate now.
86 minutes: What a waste of Diatta.
After Senegal gets a free-kick to the left, the most obvious option is to enter the penalty area, where players like Kouyate and Sane can attack it.
Nope. He tries a goal and is desperately wrong with an effort that is flying over the bar.
SUBS
84 minutes: Double change since Algeria. Tehrat replaces Feghouli, while Brahimi replaces Belaili.
As for Senegal, Keita Balde is for Niang. Can the Monegasque striker find a late equalizer?
82 minutes: Another decent chance for Senegal to beg. The ball falls to Diagne in the box, but he shoots a volley from 12 meters off the crossbar.
YELLOW CARD
79 minutes: Gbadama launches into the book for a big challenge against Bennacer.
Time is running out for Senegal …
SUBS
74 minutes: There is a stoppage of play as Benlamri falls with a cut-in appearance after hitting Mane.
It took a while for the doctors to come in and look after him. Meanwhile, Senegal sends Mbaye Diagne to Saivet.
70 minutes: Senegal continues to press and it only seems a matter of time before finding an equalizer.
65 minutes: Niang misses a golden chance!
Oh dear. It was the occasion for Senegal to come back in this match while it finally opened the bottom line of Algeria.
It's a superb pbad from Ndiaye that's spinning it to the goal. He skirted M & # 39; Bolhi but shot from a distance.
VAR
61 minutes: VAR cancels the penalty!
The referee acknowledges that he has made a mistake. This is not a penalty and it is rightly overturned.
Senegal complains but it should never have been given. Justice is done!
60 minutes: PENALTY IN SENEGAL!
Sarr's pierced cross hits Gediora's arm and the referee points the point.
The Algerian midfielder had his arms planted by his side and the referee finally decided to use VAR!
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